Tukums Population 2026
Tukums has a population of 16,182, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇱🇻 Latvia, located in Tukums Municipality. Roughly 0.9% of Latvia's population lives here. It is about 46× smaller than Riga, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,182
Rank in Latvia
#13
Coordinates
56.97°N, 23.16°E
~62 m elevation · Europe/Riga
Distance to capital (Riga)
58 km
36 miles, straight line
Cities near Tukums
FAQ
What is the population of Tukums?
Tukums has a population of 16,182 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Latvia.
What region is Tukums in?
Tukums is located in Tukums Municipality, Latvia.
Is Tukums the capital of Latvia?
No, the capital of Latvia is Riga, about 58 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.